Solvay installs software to achieve optimal performance
Solvay Paperboard has installed Datastream 7i technology as part of an enterprise-wide initiative to improve efficiency and drive down costs.
Archives for January 4, 2005
Asian rice production lifts global supplies
A significant drive from Asian rice producers has helped boost global paddy production in 2004 to an estimated record 611 million tonnes. But the Food and Agriculture Organisation says that supply is still not meeting needs, writes Simon Pitman.
Bakery sector hoping dietary guidelines will boost wholegrain sales
Leading US bakery Sara Lee is banking on renewed interest in wholegrains as it introduces a new range of breads to carbohydrate-conscious consumers.
Raw material costs impacting sector profits, warns BCF
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has urged the government to help the packaging sector face up to the rising cost of plastics and printing inks. Anthony Fletcher reports.
Weight loss programmes lack evidence
There is little evidence to support the use of many commercial weight loss programmes, according to a study in the US, which suggests that the search for new, more effective methods will continue to preoccupy dieters.
Starch firm expands in Asia
Number one dextrose producer Corn Products International will drive operations forward in Korea, buying up the remaining slice of its Korean business from Doosan corporation.
EU ministers reject GM food crop
European environment ministers failed to back a proposal to bring a GM food crop designed by US biotech giant Monsanto onto the EU market.
RF helps companies get RFID networks in place
RF Code has launched a powerful new set of tools for enterprises that are building RFID networks in order to meet mandates and deadlines.
Frozen bakery sparks General Mills recovery
Frozen and chilled baked goods are the leading lights among US firm General Mills' bakery and cereal products as the company begins a tentative recovery against high raw materials costs, writes Chris Mercer.